Senior Project Manager - Energy & Power Distribution, Product Testing & Cer at Intertek

Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

140000.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Testing, Inspection, Certification, Product Safety Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Electrical Engineering, Technical Reporting, Client Communication, Standards Interpretation, Engineering Judgments, Mentoring, Quality Assurance, Risk Reduction, Technical Committee Representation

Industry

International Trade and Development

Description

Senior Project Manager - Energy and Power Distribution, Testing & Certification, Coquitlam, BC Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Senior Project Manager technical expertise to join our Electrical team in Coquitlam, BC. and help grow Intertek’s Energy & Power Distribution business in North America and facilitate international trade and regulatory product testing on the Electrical Team! Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification for a variety of electric products, including energy transmission and distribution, industrial, appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, and HVACR. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations in every sector around the world. Our purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. What are we looking for? The Senior Project Manager - Energy & Power Distribution position will perform testing, inspection, and certification of projects in North America. This position is responsible for independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients. Applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in Canada. Salary & Benefits Information The base wage or salary range for this position is $100K - $140K. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. When working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid holidays. What you’ll do: Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test). Validate the project scope and sample applicability. Develop, set-up and follow established test plans, including performing all required testing of product in accordance with the identified standards and established test plan. Conduct thorough Preliminary Design Review’s (PDR), construction review, compile and document results. Perform certification, testing work on equipment including but not limited to Medium and high-voltage switchgear & switchboards Power and distribution transformers Utility and substation control panels Relay and protection panels Grid-connected industrial skids Renewable energy interconnection equipment Utility owned or EPC built assemblies Independently conduct on and off-site testing and evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s). Provide on-going support and guidance on technical issues, test procedures, and standards interpretations. Research new standards, technologies, and trends in the industry Represent Intertek on technical committees, code panels and/or associations Provide ongoing sales support, including attending client meetings, project scoping and quoting. Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing. Within policy guidelines, identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments. Mentor less senior personnel. Demonstrate strong product and/or standards knowledge to be considered an expert in multiple product categories for the local office. Perform other work as required. This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. Minimum Requirements & Qualifications: Bachelor of Science, Technology, or similar degree with focus on electrical circuits, power & distribution systems, OR the equivalent in terms of education, experience and/or training (10+ years) 3+ years of direct regulatory and compliance experience, specifically dealing with the NRTL and certification process. Prior project management experience Advanced experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards (i.e.: ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC) Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgements independently where limited standardization exists. Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties. Customer focused and quality driven. Travel up to 50% as business dictates. A valid driver's license and reliable driving record is required. Applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in Canada. Preferred Requirements & Qualifications: Prior direct experience in power & distribution Direct experience, knowledge, and familiarity of US, Canadian, and other international product safety standards such as: IEEE C37 series CSA C22.2 No. 244 / UL 891 CSA C22.2 No. 31 / UL 1558 CSA C22.2 No. 286 / UL 508A Exposure to: Short-circuit testing & studies Temperature rise testing Insulation coordination Grounding & bonding requirements Prior experience with utilities, EPCs, OEMs, or testing laboratories Familiarity with other product standards will be seen as an asset (i.e.: CSA/UL 60335-2-40, UL 9540) Experience and qualifications with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 17025, etc.). Intertek’s Commitment Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth. We Value Diversity Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For individuals with Disabilities, who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.canada@intertek.com Please apply online at Intertek Canada Careers (oraclecloud.com) *Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. Backed by 125 years’ experience, Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world.

Responsibilities

This role involves independently performing testing and evaluation of electrical products against U.S., Canadian, and international safety standards, which includes writing reports and communicating results to clients. The manager will also be responsible for validating project scope, developing test plans, conducting reviews, and providing technical guidance on standards interpretation.